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Violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor in South Dakota

Class 2 MisdemeanorCurrent through 2026 South Dakota legislative session

Violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor is a Class 2 Misdemeanor under South Dakota criminal law, defined by SDCL § 26-7A-107.2. As a Class 2 Misdemeanor, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range South Dakota sets for that offense class. South Dakota sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.

Defined by SDCL § 26-7A-107.2.

What is the penalty for violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor in South Dakota?

Penalties for Violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prisonup to 30 days (county jail)discretionarySDCL § 22-6-2
Fineup to $500 (no statutory minimum)discretionarySDCL § 22-6-2

Applies to current.

Common questions about violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor in South Dakota

Is violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor a felony or a misdemeanor in South Dakota?

Violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor is a Class 2 Misdemeanor in South Dakota under SDCL § 26-7A-107.2.

What are the penalties for violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor in South Dakota?

As a Class 2 Misdemeanor, violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor carries up to 30 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $500 (no mandatory minimum) under SDCL § 22-6-2 (current).

Which South Dakota statute covers violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor?

Violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor is governed by SDCL § 26-7A-107.2 (Violation of order of protection as a misdemeanor).

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.